I recommend this book for anyone who wants to strengthen, or become more in touch with their own faith. This is not an "action-packed" novel; it's a lovely story on how man can endure tremendous obstacles with his own inner strength. Keep it on your nightstand, and read a couple of chapters each night before you go to bed.

Although I am an avid reader, I have not often come across books with such depth of content AND superb style. Faith, hope, and love have been realized to heroic levels in the life of Father George Bernard Wong, S.J., whose life is portrayed in Bamboo Swaying in the Wind. I appreciate the introductions to each chapter, full of history and other relevant information. Our youth ought to study such high quality, excellently written literature and ponder such an exemplary role model who was blessed, despite all he endured, by a peacefulness that surpasses all understanding. I am grateful to have come across this masterpiece.